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PlayStation · Action / Platformer
Spider: The Video Game
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| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | Action, Platformer |
| Developer | Boss Game Studios |
| Publisher | Take 2 Interactive |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Spider: The Video Game is an action game released in 1997 for the PlayStation, developed by Boss Game Studios and published by Take 2 Interactive. It blends action and platformer elements.
It landed about 2 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1997 include Grand Theft Auto, Final Fantasy VII and Duke Nukem 3D.
Spider: The Video Game is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Spider: The Video Game is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Spider: The Video Game cheats & codes
21 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Lifes | 30016470
0005 |
|---|---|
| Always have 99 DNA, get an Extra Life everytime you pick up one | 30016471
0063 |
| Infinite Energy | 30016472
0002 |
| Infinite Missiles (On Pickup) | 30016473
0004 |
| Upper Left Hand Weapon Modifier | 30016474
00?? |
| Upper Right Hand Weapon Modifier | 30016475
00?? |
Spider: The Video Game walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Spider: The Video Game.
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Playing PS1 games today
PS1 games range from quick arcade racers to 60-hour RPGs. A selection is available through PlayStation Plus Premium, and if you own the discs you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Spider: The Video Game FAQ
When did Spider: The Video Game come out on the PS1?
Spider: The Video Game was released for the PlayStation in 1997.
Who made Spider: The Video Game?
It was developed by Boss Game Studios and published by Take 2 Interactive.
Is Spider: The Video Game multiplayer?
No. Spider: The Video Game is a single-player game.
How long does Spider: The Video Game take to play?
As an action game, Spider: The Video Game typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Spider: The Video Game on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.